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Hematology Oncology Physician Assistant to Join Award Winning Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute in Northeastern PA
Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician Assistant
Specialty Hematology/Oncology
Degree Required Other MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital
Location Lehighton, Pennsylvania, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 8/25/23
This is truly an extraordinary time to join the Lehigh Valley Health Network. LVHN emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic with exceptional care providers and financial strength. LVHN is one of the nation's most advanced health networks, offering comprehensive care in 95 clinical specialties.

Practice Overview:

LVHN Cancer Centers in Hazleton, Pottsville and Lehighton are part of [Register to View] , a national leader in cancer care and a member of the [Register to View] . Programs offered here include a variety of diagnostic, treatment and supportive care programs, along with an infusion center, as well as genetic counseling. Carbon will have a new hospital based cancer center with infusion beginning Spring of 2023. Hazleton will have a new hospital based cancer center with Infusion, Radiation Oncology and Clinical trials in the Spring of 2023.

Job Description

  • Full Time float position that provides the opportunity to practice at 3 different Lehigh Valley Cancer Centers- Hazleton, Pottsville and Lehighton
  • Northern Region consists of 3 practices with shared call responsibilities.
  • Support includes 5 Physicians and 2 Physician Assistants
  • Typically 1-3 new consults each day

Job Qualifications:

  • Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified
  • A Valid PA Medical License or ability to obtain one is required
  • Graduate from accredited educational program for Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants

Benefits & Perks:

  • Attractive work schedule
  • Highly Competitive Compensation with a superb benefits package
  • Low cost health insurance for employees
  • Generous CME reimbursement and time
  • Matching 403b and a defined pension program
  • APC Mentorship Program

Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination are required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.


Interested candidates can email Amanda Gurgick, Physician & APC Recruiter, at [Register to View]